Bill Brenzel
Born: 3/3/1910 in Oakland, CA, USA
Died: 6/12/1979 in Oakland, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1932-04-13 | Final Game: 1935-09-28
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 173 lbs
Full name: William Richard Brenzel
Biography
Bill Brenzel, born in 1910, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned from 1932 to 1935. Primarily playing as a position player, Brenzel appeared in a total of 76 games during his time in Major League Baseball. He recorded 43 hits and drove in 19 runs, finishing his career with a batting average of .198. While he did not achieve home run success, with a tally of 0 in that category, Brenzel contributed to his teams with 2 stolen bases, demonstrating his speed and base-running capabilities.
Brenzel's career unfolded during the early 1930s, a period marked by the Great Depression and significant changes in the game of baseball. While he may not have left an indelible mark on the statistics of the era, his dedication to the sport and participation in the major leagues during a challenging time in American history reflect the resilience of players and the enduring appeal of baseball. After his final game on September 28, 1935, Brenzel's contributions to the game remained a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | 217 | 16 | 43 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 2 | 8 | 15 | 0.198 | 0.227 | 0.249 | 0.476 | -1033.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | PIT | NL | 9 | 24 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.042 | 0.0 |
| 1934 | CLE | AL | 15 | 51 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.216 | -259.7 |
| 1935 | CLE | AL | 52 | 142 | 12 | 31 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 0.218 | -773.3 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 75 | 0 | 237 | 30 | 4 | 5 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | PIT | C | 9 | 0 | 35 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 1934 | CLE | C | 15 | 0 | 67 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| 1935 | CLE | C | 51 | 0 | 135 | 18 | 4 | 3 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Catcher | 75 |